Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,870 | $107,639 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.09 | $51.75 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,881.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $94,535 | $66,500 | $123,500 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Wisconsin is $95,870, or about $46.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Wisconsin is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Wisconsin typically earn from $66,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,470 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $95,870, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.